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\(\begin{array} { l l l l l l l l l } 24 & 14 & 8 & x & 19 & 25 & 6 & 17 & 9 \end{array}\)
The numbers in the list represent the exact weights, in kilograms, of 9 suitcases. One suitcase is weighed inaccurately and the only information known about the unknown weight, \(x \mathrm {~kg}\), of this suitcase is that \(19 < x \leqslant 23\). The suitcases are to be transported in containers that can hold a maximum of 50 kilograms.
- Use the first-fit bin packing algorithm, on the list provided, to allocate the suitcases to containers.
- Using the list provided, carry out a quick sort to produce a list of the weights in descending order. Show the result of each pass and identify your pivots clearly.
- Apply the first-fit decreasing bin packing algorithm to the ordered list to determine the 2 possible allocations of suitcases to containers.
After the first-fit decreasing bin packing algorithm has been applied to the ordered list, one of the containers is full.
- Calculate the possible integer values of \(x\). You must show your working.